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8/10
DeathSpank
20/07/10 05:01:09 - DeathSpank
"Like those summer cineplex comedies that get you out of the sweltering heat for a few laugh-filled hours, DeathSpank delivers the goods."
20/07/10 05:01:09 - DeathSpank
"Like those summer cineplex comedies that get you out of the sweltering heat for a few laugh-filled hours, DeathSpank delivers the goods."
8.5/10
Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge
13/07/10 00:13:10 - Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge (X360)
"Even after nearly 20 years, it's still funnier, more clever, and well-written than the vast majority of “blockbusters” lining the digital shelves."
13/07/10 00:13:10 - Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge (X360)
"Even after nearly 20 years, it's still funnier, more clever, and well-written than the vast majority of “blockbusters” lining the digital shelves."
8.0/10
ArmA 2: Operation Arrowhead
12/07/10 23:54:30 - ArmA II: Operation Arrowhead
"If you've got a powerful computer...and a lot of time and patience, then Bohemia's ArmA II: Operation Arrowhead will scratch your itch"
12/07/10 23:54:30 - ArmA II: Operation Arrowhead
"If you've got a powerful computer...and a lot of time and patience, then Bohemia's ArmA II: Operation Arrowhead will scratch your itch"
8.0/10
RISK: Factions
09/07/10 00:57:44 - Risk: Factions
"At around ten dollars, Risk: Factions provides a lot of gameplay and another motivation for ditching the tabletop for the console"
09/07/10 00:57:44 - Risk: Factions
"At around ten dollars, Risk: Factions provides a lot of gameplay and another motivation for ditching the tabletop for the console"
4.5/10
Naughty Bear
09/07/10 00:20:55 - Naughty Bear (X360)
"As it stands, Naughty Bear is overpriced and undercooked."
09/07/10 00:20:55 - Naughty Bear (X360)
"As it stands, Naughty Bear is overpriced and undercooked."
6.5/10
7.0/10
Singularity
05/07/10 11:39:04 - Singularity (X360)
"If you can overlook its utter lack of new car smell, Singularity is a pretty good way to pass some time."
05/07/10 11:39:04 - Singularity (X360)
"If you can overlook its utter lack of new car smell, Singularity is a pretty good way to pass some time."
8.0/10
Puzzle Quest 2
02/07/10 09:51:31 - Puzzle Quest 2
"Simple, addictive and fun, with just enough complexity to keep things interesting, Puzzle Quest 2 is a “casual game” winner."
02/07/10 09:51:31 - Puzzle Quest 2
"Simple, addictive and fun, with just enough complexity to keep things interesting, Puzzle Quest 2 is a “casual game” winner."
8.0/10
Transformers: War for Cybertron
02/07/10 09:30:39 - Transformers: War for Cybertron (X360)
"Tranformers: War for Cybertron is, somewhat surprisingly, probably the best reboot of the classic cartoon."
02/07/10 09:30:39 - Transformers: War for Cybertron (X360)
"Tranformers: War for Cybertron is, somewhat surprisingly, probably the best reboot of the classic cartoon."
7.5/10
Green Day: Rock Band
18/06/10 09:22:33 - Rock Band: Green Day
"Compared to the visual and musical feast of The Beatles: Rock Band...this feel like a generous helping of DLC rather than a stand-alone game."
18/06/10 09:22:33 - Rock Band: Green Day
"Compared to the visual and musical feast of The Beatles: Rock Band...this feel like a generous helping of DLC rather than a stand-alone game."
4.0/10
Alpha Protocol
05/06/10 08:31:09 - Alpha Protocol
" Clearly, the Great Ones of the videogame espionage genre can't sit back on Social Security just yet."
05/06/10 08:31:09 - Alpha Protocol
" Clearly, the Great Ones of the videogame espionage genre can't sit back on Social Security just yet."
9.5/10
Red Dead Redemption
03/06/10 23:19:53 - Red Dead Redemption (X360)
"Red Dead Redemption is a masterpiece."
03/06/10 23:19:53 - Red Dead Redemption (X360)
"Red Dead Redemption is a masterpiece."
7.0/10
Lost Planet 2
20/05/10 22:28:26 - Lost Planet 2 (360)
"It's a full-price game with a seriously flawed single player experience...with a dollop of shiny graphics on top."
20/05/10 22:28:26 - Lost Planet 2 (360)
"It's a full-price game with a seriously flawed single player experience...with a dollop of shiny graphics on top."
9.0/10
Heavy Rain
01/03/10 09:57:51 - Heavy Rain
"More than anything, Heavy Rain is further proof that games have truly come of age and are a viable platform for telling stories..."
01/03/10 09:57:51 - Heavy Rain
"More than anything, Heavy Rain is further proof that games have truly come of age and are a viable platform for telling stories..."
8.5/10
BioShock 2
14/02/10 23:03:23 - BioShock 2 (X360)
"What BioShock 2 lacks—not surprisingly—is that feeling of richness, imagination, originality and wonder that so infused BioShock."
14/02/10 23:03:23 - BioShock 2 (X360)
"What BioShock 2 lacks—not surprisingly—is that feeling of richness, imagination, originality and wonder that so infused BioShock."
8.5/10
Dragon Age: Origins - Return to Ostagar
09/02/10 10:45:19 - Dragon Age: Origins - Return to Ostagar DLC (PC)
"Though it's a short ride, it's a sweet one that is a welcome reason to pick the game up again"
09/02/10 10:45:19 - Dragon Age: Origins - Return to Ostagar DLC (PC)
"Though it's a short ride, it's a sweet one that is a welcome reason to pick the game up again"
9.5/10
Mass Effect 2
02/02/10 00:17:18 - Mass Effect 2 (X360)
"Mass Effect 2 still sets a new, almost impossibly high benchmark for future games."
02/02/10 00:17:18 - Mass Effect 2 (X360)
"Mass Effect 2 still sets a new, almost impossibly high benchmark for future games."
7.0/10
Battle Blasters
21/01/10 01:08:24 - Battle Blasters (iPhone)
"The best thing about Battle Blasters is that it’s a perfect game to pick up and play for a couple of rounds, with some real depth and strategy"
21/01/10 01:08:24 - Battle Blasters (iPhone)
"The best thing about Battle Blasters is that it’s a perfect game to pick up and play for a couple of rounds, with some real depth and strategy"
6.5/10
Dark Void
19/01/10 10:31:59 - Dark Void (X360)
"While we appreciate the work Airtight has done there's little else to entice players back for multiple playthroughs."
19/01/10 10:31:59 - Dark Void (X360)
"While we appreciate the work Airtight has done there's little else to entice players back for multiple playthroughs."
7.0/10
Matt Hazard: Blood Bath and Beyond
19/01/10 08:47:15 - Matt Hazard: Blood Bath and Beyond (XBLA)
"As a $15 download it's certainly a better value than its full-price predecessor."
19/01/10 08:47:15 - Matt Hazard: Blood Bath and Beyond (XBLA)
"As a $15 download it's certainly a better value than its full-price predecessor."
8.0/10
Army of Two: The 40th Day
16/01/10 11:23:24 - Army of Two: The 40th Day (X360)
"It may not be the most compelling shooter, but it can be an entertaining adventure with a dedicated friend. "
16/01/10 11:23:24 - Army of Two: The 40th Day (X360)
"It may not be the most compelling shooter, but it can be an entertaining adventure with a dedicated friend. "
5.5/10
Greed - Black Border
16/01/10 10:57:05 - Greed: Black Border (PC)
"Other than some occasional pretty sights and an overarching feeling of comforting familiarity, there isn’t much of a reason to recommend Greed."
16/01/10 10:57:05 - Greed: Black Border (PC)
"Other than some occasional pretty sights and an overarching feeling of comforting familiarity, there isn’t much of a reason to recommend Greed."
7.0/10
Divinity 2: Ego Draconis
15/01/10 00:13:21 - Divinity 2: Ego Draconis (PC)
"If you can push on through to becoming a dragon, it's a definite game saver."
15/01/10 00:13:21 - Divinity 2: Ego Draconis (PC)
"If you can push on through to becoming a dragon, it's a definite game saver."
8.0/10
Bayonetta
08/01/10 00:40:30 - Bayonetta (X360)
"Bayonetta might not be the kind of girl you bring home to meet your mother, but she's a lot of fun to hang out with, flaws and all."
08/01/10 00:40:30 - Bayonetta (X360)
"Bayonetta might not be the kind of girl you bring home to meet your mother, but she's a lot of fun to hang out with, flaws and all."
8.5/10
Darksiders: Wrath of War
02/01/10 12:25:38 - Darksiders (PS3)
"Darksiders is certainly an IP we'd like to see some numbers or subtitles attached to in the future."
02/01/10 12:25:38 - Darksiders (PS3)
"Darksiders is certainly an IP we'd like to see some numbers or subtitles attached to in the future."
8.5/10
Darksiders: Wrath of War
02/01/10 12:23:03 - Darksiders (360)
"Darksiders is certainly an IP we'd like to see some numbers or subtitles attached to in the future."
02/01/10 12:23:03 - Darksiders (360)
"Darksiders is certainly an IP we'd like to see some numbers or subtitles attached to in the future."
7.5/10
MX vs. ATV Reflex
08/12/09 12:20:30 - MX vs. ATV Reflex (PS3)
"All in all, MX vs. ATV: Reflex is a solid entry in need of expansion"
08/12/09 12:20:30 - MX vs. ATV Reflex (PS3)
"All in all, MX vs. ATV: Reflex is a solid entry in need of expansion"
7.5/10
MX vs. ATV Reflex
08/12/09 12:17:52 - MX vs. ATV Reflex (X360)
"All in all, MX vs. ATV: Reflex is a solid entry in need of expansion"
08/12/09 12:17:52 - MX vs. ATV Reflex (X360)
"All in all, MX vs. ATV: Reflex is a solid entry in need of expansion"
8.5/10
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
19/11/09 01:12:08 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (X360)
"Modern Warfare 2 is by no means a substandard entry for the series—it's just not as good as the first game for the most part."
19/11/09 01:12:08 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (X360)
"Modern Warfare 2 is by no means a substandard entry for the series—it's just not as good as the first game for the most part."
8.5/10
LittleBigPlanet
18/11/09 02:43:30 - LittleBigPlanet PSP
"The essence of Media Molecule's “Play, Create and Share” mantra remains intact."
18/11/09 02:43:30 - LittleBigPlanet PSP
"The essence of Media Molecule's “Play, Create and Share” mantra remains intact."
9.5/10
God of War Collection
17/11/09 00:49:01 - God of War Collection
"Whether you've played either of the God of War games or not, this two-for is the way to experience the classics. "
17/11/09 00:49:01 - God of War Collection
"Whether you've played either of the God of War games or not, this two-for is the way to experience the classics. "
7.5/10
Need for Speed NITRO
10/11/09 01:06:18 - Need for Speed NITRO (Wii)
"For the casual crowd, Need for Speed NITRO is undoubtedly a fun alternative with just enough production value to keep it from seeming overly stale."
10/11/09 01:06:18 - Need for Speed NITRO (Wii)
"For the casual crowd, Need for Speed NITRO is undoubtedly a fun alternative with just enough production value to keep it from seeming overly stale."
8.0/10
DJ Hero
06/11/09 12:50:12 - DJ Hero (X360)
"DJ Hero might not evoke such social activity, but the game is a fun distraction from plastic guitars and drums."
06/11/09 12:50:12 - DJ Hero (X360)
"DJ Hero might not evoke such social activity, but the game is a fun distraction from plastic guitars and drums."
9.0/10
Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony
04/11/09 10:29:24 - Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony (X360)
" It may not be a ballad in the classical sense, but you're likely to find yourself singing praises for The Ballad of Gay Tony. "
04/11/09 10:29:24 - Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony (X360)
" It may not be a ballad in the classical sense, but you're likely to find yourself singing praises for The Ballad of Gay Tony. "
7.5/10
Borderlands
29/10/09 23:24:05 - Borderlands (X360)
"Once you add a few other players to the mix, you get a game that does well in the action-RPG scene, despite its nagging issues."
29/10/09 23:24:05 - Borderlands (X360)
"Once you add a few other players to the mix, you get a game that does well in the action-RPG scene, despite its nagging issues."
10/10
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
24/10/09 20:12:55 - Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
"Among Thieves is not only one of the best games of the year, it's also the benchmark for action games to come. "
24/10/09 20:12:55 - Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
"Among Thieves is not only one of the best games of the year, it's also the benchmark for action games to come. "
7.5/10
Brutal Legend
13/10/09 14:36:43 - Brutal Legend (X360)
"While the idea is there, and it's great to see a director and studio trying new things, the execution unfortunately falls a bit flat."
13/10/09 14:36:43 - Brutal Legend (X360)
"While the idea is there, and it's great to see a director and studio trying new things, the execution unfortunately falls a bit flat."
8.0/10
Dead Space Extraction
09/10/09 08:19:06 - Dead Space: Extraction
" Tight controls and an overall engrossing story told through equally as compelling direction and action make Dead Space: Extraction a benchmark for Wii shooters"
09/10/09 08:19:06 - Dead Space: Extraction
" Tight controls and an overall engrossing story told through equally as compelling direction and action make Dead Space: Extraction a benchmark for Wii shooters"
7.0/10
Halo 3: ODST
22/09/09 11:28:12 - Halo 3: ODST
"...some unnecessary inclusions detract from an entire package with an unjustified MSRP."
22/09/09 11:28:12 - Halo 3: ODST
"...some unnecessary inclusions detract from an entire package with an unjustified MSRP."
6.5/10
WET
17/09/09 00:53:42 - WET (X360)
"...an over-reliance on slow motion shooting and trial-and-error pitfalls kill an otherwise artistic arcade-like action game."
17/09/09 00:53:42 - WET (X360)
"...an over-reliance on slow motion shooting and trial-and-error pitfalls kill an otherwise artistic arcade-like action game."
7.0/10
Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood
30/06/09 13:32:59 - Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood (X360)
" With detailed attention paid to its more lacking qualities, there's no reason why this couldn't burst into a full-fledged contender in the FPS genre."
30/06/09 13:32:59 - Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood (X360)
" With detailed attention paid to its more lacking qualities, there's no reason why this couldn't burst into a full-fledged contender in the FPS genre."
7.5/10
Ghostbusters: The Video Game
16/06/09 19:54:58 - Ghostbusters: The Video Game (360)
"Still, it's hard not enjoy everything at least for the first time through."
16/06/09 19:54:58 - Ghostbusters: The Video Game (360)
"Still, it's hard not enjoy everything at least for the first time through."
5.0/10
Wheelman
26/03/09 01:14:06 - Wheelman (X360)
"Wheelman delivers in some entertaining driving-based action that tries extremely hard to capture any who lust for a Driver rebirth"
26/03/09 01:14:06 - Wheelman (X360)
"Wheelman delivers in some entertaining driving-based action that tries extremely hard to capture any who lust for a Driver rebirth"
5.5/10
Sonic and the Black Knight
24/03/09 01:13:22 - Sonic and the Black Knight
"Hardcore Sonic lovers need only apply."
24/03/09 01:13:22 - Sonic and the Black Knight
"Hardcore Sonic lovers need only apply."
6.5/10
50 Cent: Blood on the Sand
17/03/09 01:26:39 - 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand (X360)
"Blood on the Sand delivers in straight-forward shooter action—but that's about all you're going to get out of it, unless you're a pure 50 fan."
17/03/09 01:26:39 - 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand (X360)
"Blood on the Sand delivers in straight-forward shooter action—but that's about all you're going to get out of it, unless you're a pure 50 fan."
9.0/10
Resident Evil 5
13/03/09 10:19:41 - Resident Evil 5 Review (PS3)
"However, the jump to 720p isn't the only noticeable change for the series, as new tweaks to gameplay make, and will for some, break, the overall experience."
13/03/09 10:19:41 - Resident Evil 5 Review (PS3)
"However, the jump to 720p isn't the only noticeable change for the series, as new tweaks to gameplay make, and will for some, break, the overall experience."